Juan Alexander Grupalli - 2025 - Cedar/Indian

About the luthier

Juan Alexander Grupalli began his journey in guitar making in 1998, studying with Joaquín García Fernández and Stephen Hill. He later attended the lutherie school in San Miguel de Tucumán, Argentina, and went on to complete a formal diploma in guitar making at Newark College in the United Kingdom in 2009. In addition to building, he is also active in restoration work, which continually informs and develops his craftsmanship. Inspired by the great masters Antonio de Torres, Hermann Hauser, and Ignacio Fleta, Grupalli builds guitars using traditional construction methods and carefully seasoned tonewoods. He is currently based in Mirecourt, France, a town with a long and distinguished history of instrument making, where he continues to refine his art.

About the guitar

This 2025 instrument is built with a striking cedar soundboard and Indian rosewood back and sides and finished with French polish. The guitar strong and balanced tonal foundation. With a 650 mm scale length, 52.5 mm nut, and a moderate weight of 1480 grams, the guitar combines comfortable playability with excellent projection. It is equipped with Fustero tuners. Tonally, the instrument presents a brilliant and clear voice that exceeds the typical expectations of cedar. The sound is both open and bell-like, with fast response and excellent sustain. Its tonal palette allows for a wide range of colors, while its quick articulation supports demanding passages with ease. The overall impression is of an expressive concert guitar that unites warmth, clarity, and projection in equal measure. Visually, the instrument demonstrates Grupalli’s thoughtful approach to aesthetics, particularly in the rosette design, where careful attention to mosaic patterns and color combinations creates a harmonious contrast with the cedar top. This new 2025 model is a fine example of Grupalli’s mature style: a traditional guitar of refined beauty, distinctive character, and compelling sound.